Design-Build Transportation Project Lead

Jacobs; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Design/Build Design Manager to lead transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest. You will work with Jacobs’ resources to strengthen client relationships and deliver high‑quality design‑build and other delivery methods.

The ideal candidate has PE licensure, substantial DOT project experience, and strong leadership, communication, and multi‑state delivery capabilities.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer and reciprocity in other states.
• Substantial years’ experience on transportation projects with DOTs and local relationships.
• Demonstrated project leadership experience.
• Experience leading roadway, highway, and/or bridge projects and/or programs.
• Understanding of AASHTO design guidelines for transportation projects.
• Demonstrated communication and writing skills including technical reports.
• Willingness to support multi-state pursuits and delivery across alternative delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Build upon existing and new client relationships to organize teams for planning, consulting, design, and alternative delivery work.
• Serve as the main client contact on assigned projects to ensure expectations are met.
• Oversee delivery of large-scale Design-Build and alternative delivery transportation projects (CM/GC, PDB).
• Lead design teams in development of design and project documentation with coordination of stakeholders.
• Provide project management to reduce costs, deliver on time and within scope, and manage proposals and schedules.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and site visits during construction phase services.
• Ensure quality across deliverables per Jacobs' Quality Program and mentor junior staff.
• Help recruit design resources and build transportation presence in the Midwest.

Skills

Team leadership

Design-build delivery

Client relationships

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Design/Build Design Manager to lead transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest. You will work with Jacobs’ resources to strengthen client relationships and deliver high‑quality design‑build and other delivery methods.

The ideal candidate has PE licensure, substantial DOT project experience, and strong leadership, communication, and multi‑state delivery capabilities.